Autism
Overview
Subject area
PSYCH
Catalog Number
358
Course Title
Autism
Department(s)
Description
This is an advanced course discussing autism and related disorders. The course is in three parts: (1) nature, (2) educational programming, and (3) present and future contexts. In the first part, we will discuss the characteristics of autism and related disorders, a history of the concept, medical aspects and etiology, and theories. In the second part, we will discuss promoting behavioral competence, communication, social skills, and education for teaching children and autism. In the last part, we will discuss the role of parents, a continuum of services, and putting it all together.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
008929